Leisure & Culture

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Preparations begin for festive weekend in Hull

Details of Hull’s bumper Christmas weekend have now been revealed as the build for this weekend’s event have started in the city centre.

Performances on the main stage in Queen … More


A male singer with a guitar is performing on an indoor stage to a crowd

Hull joins UK Music Charter

Hull City Council has become the latest city to sign up to the UK Music, Local Music Action Charter.

The newly launched charter offers Hull a practical framework to amplify … More




A black and white poster depicting London bridge and Bog Ben, with hundred of people facing away and one man at the forefront of the image in a red turban

Bollywood movie set comes to Hull

Hull will once again become a film set this month as scenes for a new feature are shot across the city centre.

Hotshot Production Limited, in conjunction with UK Line … More




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Live music returns to Hull Libraries

In collaboration with Get It Loud In Libraries, musician Albertine Sarges will visit Hull Central Library this Sunday (9 November) for a matinee performance.

Sarges will play this intimate gig … More








A CGI of the new changing pavilion at Costello Playing Field.

Major upgrades underway at Costello Playing Fields

Significant regeneration works at Costello Playing Fields are now underway.

The major upgrades will include a purpose-built 3G all-weather pitch with a dedicated changing facility, additional parking and an EV … More



An aerial view of a fairground at night with thousands of bright lights

Hull Fair returns for 2025

One of Europe’s largest travelling fairs has returned for its 731st year.

Opening today (Friday 10 October), and taking over 16 acres of Walton Street car park, Hull Fair … More



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Open Exhibitions 2025 begin at Ferens Art Gallery

Two exhibitions celebrating the talent of local artists will open this week at the Ferens Art Gallery.

The annual Open Exhibition features over 300 artworks, including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, … More







Finalists revealed for landmark 15th tourism awards

The finalists have been revealed for the 15th annual Remarkable East Yorkshire Tourism Awards (REYTAs) – with organisers promising the biggest and most spectacular ceremony yet.

The shortlist features 66 … More







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